2016 Audi Q7 Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

14 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from 5 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 DIESEL Turbocharged and 3.0L V6 Supercharged).

In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.

The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 5 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, AISIN, PEAK and VALVOLINE supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is AISIN ACE010.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2016 Audi Q7, from AJUSA and DORMAN. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 16098500, AJUSA 16097400 and DORMAN 47451.

This table covers the Coolant Hose Connector flanges. Read more

This group shows a single part: REIN CHC0744.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2016 Audi Q7, from DORMAN, GATES and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include DORMAN 54016, GATES 31529 and MOTORAD T111.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

2 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from GATES.

This group includes GATES 31433 and GATES 31434.

This table covers the intercoolers that cool turbo or supercharger charge air. Read more

2 Intercooler parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from SPECTRA PREMIUM.

Part numbers include SPECTRA PREMIUM 44011119 and SPECTRA PREMIUM 44011120.

This table covers the Intercooler Air Hose pipes. Read more

This group shows a single part: GATES 26476.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

4 Radiator parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from 3 brands — NISSENS, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VEMO.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE CR2179000P, NISSENS 606578 and NISSENS 606462, among others listed above.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

2 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2016 Audi Q7, from MARELLI and NISSENS.

Listed part numbers: MARELLI MTC882AX and NISSENS 85730.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

GATES supplies both parts for the 2016 Audi Q7.

Listed part numbers: GATES 51911 and GATES 51912.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

10 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from 7 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, GPD and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS608T. 8 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.

The Economy section: 5 options from HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, GPD and 1 other brand. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS608T is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FOUR SEASONS, NTK and 1 other brand. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS TS608.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

3 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2016 Audi Q7, from FOUR SEASONS, GATES and MOTORAD.

This group includes FOUR SEASONS 86208, GATES 34839 and MOTORAD 963189.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

2 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2016 Audi Q7 come from 2 brands — AJUSA and ELRING.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 16502300 and ELRING 453710.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

One part is listed for the 2016 Audi Q7 — FOUR SEASONS 86001.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

12 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2016 Audi Q7, from PIERBURG, GATES, SKP and 3 other brands. SKP SK1802100 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from SKP and VAICO. A representative part number is SKP SK1802100.

The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from PIERBURG and GATES. GATES 41194 is listed in this group.

6 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.